Maval 95453MN Rack and Pinion Assembly

Maval 95453MN New Rack and Pinion Assembly

The Maval 95453MN is a hydraulic rack and pinion assembly built for steering systems that require precise gear movement and direct road feel. It is a new rack and pinion assembly for Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer applications from 2006-2010.

With a 3.75 total turns lock to lock, 50.390 in. end-to-end length, M14 x 1.50 tie rod end thread diameter, and 6.428 in. travel length, this steering gear is specified for accurate fitment and consistent steering response. The Maval New Rack and Pinion Assembly line focuses on replacement steering components for vehicle-specific applications.

Key Features

• Hydraulic rack and pinion assembly
• 3.75 total turns lock to lock
• 50.390 in. end-to-end length
• M14 x 1.50 tie rod end thread diameter
• 6.428 in. travel length
• Direct replacement for select Ford and Mercury steering applications

Detailed Description

This Maval rack and pinion assembly, part number 95453MN, is engineered for steering systems used in 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer models. The hydraulic design supports power steering operation, while the listed dimensions and thread specification help match the original steering geometry and connection points. If you are replacing a worn steering gear on a Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer, 95453MN provides a vehicle-specific replacement option.

This part cross-references Cardone New 97-292 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive steering play or looseness
• Fluid leakage from a worn hydraulic steering gear
• Rough or inconsistent steering response
• Noise or binding from a failing rack and pinion assembly
• Steering correction issues caused by internal wear

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, and model before installation.
• Inspect tie rod ends, hydraulic lines, and related steering components during replacement.
• Confirm the M14 x 1.50 thread specification matches the existing steering linkage.
• After installation, perform a professional wheel alignment.
• Bleed the power steering system according to service procedures to remove air from the hydraulic circuit.

Quality Assurance

Maval supplies replacement steering components under its New Rack and Pinion Assembly product line for application-specific service needs. Part number 95453MN is listed for 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer applications.